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drawlins27 · 10-05-2007, 08:54 PM

Prozac works well but the main compliant is the lack of sexual drive as you found out. This side effect bothers some people more than others.

If the Prozac is working well for you in all other aspects, then you could try Paxil, Lexapro, Celexa, or Zoloft, all of which are SSRIs similar to Prozac. I also like Wellbutrin because it doesn't cause as many problems with reduced sexual drive or weight gain, however, it is a NDRI and is not as effective for some people.

If you have trouble sleeping, then you could try Trazodone in addition to one of the SSRIs. Trazodone is also an antidepressant but has a side effect of drowsiness and is generally taken before bedtime. It works well with SSRIs and can also help control anxiety. It is also sometimes used for insomnia.

10-05-2007, 08:54 PM	#10
drawlins27 Mommy's Lil' Miracle Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Mufreesboro, TN Posts: 1,028	Prozac works well but the main compliant is the lack of sexual drive as you found out. This side effect bothers some people more than others. If the Prozac is working well for you in all other aspects, then you could try Paxil, Lexapro, Celexa, or Zoloft, all of which are SSRIs similar to Prozac. I also like Wellbutrin because it doesn't cause as many problems with reduced sexual drive or weight gain, however, it is a NDRI and is not as effective for some people. If you have trouble sleeping, then you could try Trazodone in addition to one of the SSRIs. Trazodone is also an antidepressant but has a side effect of drowsiness and is generally taken before bedtime. It works well with SSRIs and can also help control anxiety. It is also sometimes used for insomnia. __________________ I LOVE my little Furbutts! Last edited by drawlins27; 10-05-2007 at 08:57 PM.